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How to get from Cologne to Antwerp?

Planning to travel to Cologne from Antwerp and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Cologne to Antwerp, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Cologne and Antwerp, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (SNCB-NMBS, Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS, Thalys, FlixBus or Blablabus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Cologne to Antwerp, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cologne Antwerp trip.

For your trip from Cologne to Antwerp, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Cologne to Antwerp

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cologne to Antwerp, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cologne to Antwerp train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Cologne Antwerp train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Cologne Antwerp

Carpooling from Cologne to Antwerp is perfect if you want to travel to Antwerp in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Cologne or Antwerp.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Cologne to Antwerp transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Cologne Antwerp Travel Information

Departure city
Cologne
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Antwerp
Belgium
Distance
113 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Cologne to Antwerp easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Cologne and Antwerp that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SNCB-NMBS, Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS, Thalys, FlixBus or Blablabus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cologne and Antwerp with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Cologne and Antwerp

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Cologne to Antwerp?
Friendliness Carpooling from Cologne to Antwerp is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Cologne Antwerp trip. He is not always on time.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Cologne to Antwerp?
Speed Cologne to Antwerp trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Cologne Antwerp train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Cologne to Antwerp?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Cologne and Antwerp are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Cologne to Antwerp are mostly much slower than trains to Antwerp to cover the 113 mi distance of the trip.

Where to start from in Cologne? Where do I arrive in Antwerp?

Cologne Departure Bus Stations

Cologne South Airport
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Koln
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Köln-Deutz
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Departure stations in Cologne

Köln Hbf
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Köln Messe/Deutz
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Köln-Ehrenfeld
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Köln-Mülheim
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Antwerp arrival bus stations

Antwerp
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Platinkaai - Antwerpen
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Antwerp (Berchem)
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Antwerp
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Antwerp (P+R Luchtbal)
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Antwerp Arrival Stations

Antwerp Berchem
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Antwerp Central
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Mortsel
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Mortsel Deurnesteenweg
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Bus Cologne Antwerp

Buses between Cologne and Antwerp usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

The duration of the bus trip between Cologne and Antwerp usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Antwerp for your travel date.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Cologne-Antwerp bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Cologne Antwerp

FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
ALSA
ALSA
Eurolines
Eurolines
DeinBus
DeinBus
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Trains Cologne Antwerp

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Cologne to Antwerp at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

The average train journey time from Cologne to Antwerp depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Antwerp are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Cologne to Antwerp. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Cologne and Antwerp

SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS
Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS
Thalys
Thalys
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
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Carpool Cologne Antwerp

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Cologne to Antwerp depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Cologne-Antwerp, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Cologne and Antwerp, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

Carpooling platform Cologne Antwerp

Blablacar
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